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Suggest Treatment For Sore Throat And Red Tonsils

Hi, I have had a sore throat for 3 weeks now, and my tonsils are red; I have been using cough drops, listerine, and hot lemonades. I have dome difficulty swallowing, and it feels like my throat is irritated. Would you have any suggestions? Thank you ,
Tue, 7 Jul 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern.

The symptoms you mention in query are pointing towards a condition known as tonsillitis . It occurs due to may reasons but untreated upper respiratory tract infection is most common reason for tonsillitis ( as in your case )

You should not ignore it as the can get complicated . Some times untreated tonsillitis make tonsils to burst and the tonsillectomy will be the only option left .

I would suggest you to :-

- Do warm saline rinses several times a day .

- Take ibuprofen ( if not allergic ) or tylenol for pain and swelling .

- Take bendryl .

Consult ENT specialist (ear,nose,throat) for proper examination .

Doctor may order blood test or throat swab test to confirm the diagnosis .

Doctor may prescribe broad spectrum antibiotics like amoxicilline for at least two weeks .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Sore Throat And Red Tonsils

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. The symptoms you mention in query are pointing towards a condition known as tonsillitis . It occurs due to may reasons but untreated upper respiratory tract infection is most common reason for tonsillitis ( as in your case ) You should not ignore it as the can get complicated . Some times untreated tonsillitis make tonsils to burst and the tonsillectomy will be the only option left . I would suggest you to :- - Do warm saline rinses several times a day . - Take ibuprofen ( if not allergic ) or tylenol for pain and swelling . - Take bendryl . Consult ENT specialist (ear,nose,throat) for proper examination . Doctor may order blood test or throat swab test to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe broad spectrum antibiotics like amoxicilline for at least two weeks . Hope your concern has been resolved. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari